Tussock Bellflower

Tussock Bellflower Care

Campanula Carpatica

What is the plant

Carpathian Bellflowers have a mounding growth habit and large, upturned "bells" of blooms throughout summer. Native to central Europe they are a lush, non-invasive and long blooming filler for perennial gardens.Perfectly sized for rock gardens and border fronts. Makes a breathtaking potted specimen plant. Wonderful for combination plantings.

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Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

max 8b

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
This plant prefers the soil to be evenly moist but not soggy.As for its water needs, the water must be room temperature.When using tap water, it’s best to let it sit for 24 hours, so the chemicals in the water are removed.Water the plant if the top layer of the soil is dry when touched.Avoid letting the soil completely dry out between watering.
Fertilizer
Feed the plant with general fertilizer during the spring season, and again in mid-summer.
Sunlight
Campanula Carpatica loves to grow under the full sun.However, it prefers part shade during the hot late summer season.It grows best on a sunny wall if its roots have sufficient soil.

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Soil
Carpathian bellflower likes well-drained, moist, and fertilized soil types.It grows well in alkaline or neutral soil pH when placed in a sunny position.It tolerates somewhat partial shade too.
Temperature
This plant is cold tolerant and survives cold temperatures around 28° degrees Fahrenheit (-2° C).
Container
If the plant is potted, there must be a sufficient amount of drainage holes.Growing this plant in baskets is ideal as it allows proper drainage and airflow.